Component
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
What Happened
The sidewall of your tire is the part that keeps the air inside. In certain 2020-2021 models with Continental tires, a sharp edge during the mounting process might have cut the sidewall, which could slowly let air out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tire loses too much air, it could affect how your vehicle handles and responds to steering. In extreme cases, this could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect all five tires for damage. If they find a cut in the sidewall, they'll replace the tire for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and if there's a delay, call BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: DURING THE TIRE MOUNTING PROCESS ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH STANDARD (NON-SPORT) SUSPENSION AND EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTITOURINGCONTACT CH95 ECOPLUS TIRES, SIZE 225/65R16 95H, HAVING DOT CODES 4001, 4101, OR 4201, THE OUTER SIDEWALL SURFACE OF THE TIRES MAY HAVE BEEN CUT BY A SHARP EDGE. OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE OVER A LONG PERIOD OF TIME COULD LEAD TO A REDUCTION OF INFLATION PRESSURE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
CONTINUED DRIVING WITH LOW INFLATION PRESSURE IN THE TIRE COULD ULTIMATELY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE TIRE, AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING AND CONTROL, AND COULD IN SOME CASES RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT ALL FIVE TIRES FOR A POSSIBLE CUT IN THE SIDEWALL, AND IF A CUT IS FOUND, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
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